If you’re looking for a quick Mediterranean meal, stop by Grape Leaf Mediterranean in Tustin where everything is cooked-to-order. A fast casual spot, you order at the counter, pick a seat and wait for your food to arrive within 15 minutes or so. We tried the Lentil Soup ($3.99/8oz $5.99/16oz) a flavorful bowl dotted with […]
impeccably done at D’Vine — Fullerton
I don’t travel to Fullerton much, but whenever I do, I find that the majority of places I end up trying are all pretty much solid and worthy of mentioning. This is no different with D’Vine, a Mediterranean restaurant and bar, located in the downtown SoCo (south of Commonwealth) area of Fullerton. The restaurant consists […]
Byzantine Mezze class by Spice & Tulips
I attended a cooking class at The Hood Kitchen yesterday held by Tarkan Kardaslar and his wife Marissa of Spice & Tulips. Their shop at Union Market at The District in Tustin is a cornucopia of delights, with the best spices you’ll ever encounter. I love hanging out with Tarkan and Marissa. Tarkan is extremely passionate […]
Luna Grill opens newest location in Cerritos + giveaway
If you haven’t heard of Luna Grill, or dined at one, then you’ve been living under a rock! The San Diego-based Mediterranean fast casual concept has just opened its 25th location — there are locations throughout southern California and Dallas, Texas — the first in Cerritos. My son and I absolutely love Luna Grill. In […]
Pom & Olive — Costa Mesa
Restaurants at this location have not had much luck when it comes to staying in business. I doubt it has anything to do with the food since I really liked the Chinese vegetarian restaurant which was here before. However, it is indeed a lousy location, situated next door to a Travelodge, easily missed if you’re […]
